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DTM 550D

1966 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,251 mi
Last recorded53,251 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1966 Lotus Elan41,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTM 550D
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2025 53,251 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 53,114 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 52,889 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 52,821 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 52,418 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 52,132 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 51,994 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 51,537 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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DTM 550D is a 1966 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1966 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 41,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DTM 550D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 60 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DTM 550D?

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What year was DTM 550D registered?

DTM 550D is a 1966 Lotus Elan, first registered on 2 May 1966.

Is DTM 550D safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTM 550D shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DTM 550D have outstanding finance?

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